The projected fair value for Agilent Technologies is US$154 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Agilent Technologies is estimated to be 24% undervalued based on current share price of US$117 Analyst price target for A is US$152 which is 1.6% below our fair value estimate How far off is Agilent Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:A) from its intrinsic value? Using the most recent financial data, we’ll take a look at whether the stock is fairly priced by taking the forecast future cash flows of the company and discounting them back to today’s value. This will be done using the…
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Image source: Getty Images Even the high-flying HSBC (LSE: HSBA) share price couldn’t withstand recent stock market turbulence. It’s slumped just over 7% in the last week. That’s a modest drop, with the shares still up 40% over the last 12 months, and 90% over five years (plus a heap of dividends on top). But is it still worth taking advantage of it? HSBC shares have looked cheap for several years, judging by its price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio. That’s still the case today, with the P/E now at a lowly 9.03 times and well below long-term average FTSE 100 P/E of…
BRIAN KENNY: Today on Cold Call, we’ll talk about something we all have, but many of us have no clue what it is. I’m speaking of a carbon footprint. It’s a term that helps to describe the total amount of greenhouse gases, primarily carbon dioxide, released into the atmosphere because of human activities that contribute to climate change. Your footprint includes emissions from things you do every day, like driving, heating your home, eating, and shopping. The average carbon footprint in the US is the equivalent of 16 metric tons of carbon dioxide, which is about three times the global…
Image source: Getty Images As the end of the tax year looms, many investors will be hunting for dividend shares to add to their Stocks and Shares ISA. Three FTSE 100 passive income stocks stand out: M&G (LSE: MNG), Phoenix Group Holdings (LSE: PHNX), and Legal & General Group (LSE: LGEN). They offer incredible passive income of around 9%. But are their yields too good to be true? M&G shares pay massive income Wealth manager M&G has a trailing yield of 9.88%, the highest on the FTSE 100. But it’s not the full story. When buying shares, capital is at…
Image source: Getty Images On 5 April the window to shelter up to £20,000 in the 2024/25 tax year ends. But once I have parked my proceeds in a tax-free vehicle, my attention then turns to where to invest. One of my standout stocks is this FTSE 100 cash cow. Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is not intended to be, neither does it constitute, any form of tax advice. Readers are responsible…
The respected finance expert, broadcaster and author will be answering reader questions in a new column for the Indo Money hub.A certified financial planner and qualified financial advisor (QFA), Mr McGee is best known for the RTÉ series How to Be Good with Money and The Complaints Bureau.Mr McGee’s column, which will appear every second Wednesday on the Irish Independent, is the latest addition to Indo Money, a new dedicated hub for financial advice.With a wider range of content, new voices and fresh perspectives, Indo Money is the go-to source for Irish money matters.Mediahuis Ireland editor-in-chief Cormac Bourke said: “We…
The recent sell-off in Shake Shack has been unwarranted, according to Loop Capital. Analyst Alton Stump upgraded shares to buy \from hold. His price target of $127 suggests shares gaining 43.9% from Monday’s close. The stock has tumbled around 32% in 2025, which has opened up an attractive entry point for investors, according to Stump. SHAK YTD mountain Shake Shack in 2025 He highlighted the company’s stronger-than-expected comparable sales growth over the last three quarters, and successful limited-time offerings such as its black truffle burgers. The analyst also pointed to strong digital sales and labor productivity that could drive around 3%…
Image source: Getty Images Each year, when April rolls around, British stock market investors start thinking about their Stocks and Shares ISAs. The new tax year allows a fresh £20,000 of tax-free investments into a wide range of assets. From investment trusts and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to gold and bonds, the options seem endless. Please note that tax treatment depends on the individual circumstances of each client and may be subject to change in future. The content in this article is provided for information purposes only. It is not intended to be, neither does it constitute, any form of tax…
Image source: Getty Images Much of the Footsie remains very cheap, especially after its mini-dip that started at the beginning of March. Indeed, arguably half of the index is made up of value stocks. So there are plenty of options. Here are two cheap FTSE 100 stocks that I think are worth a look right now. Lobbying Trump British American Tobacco (LSE: BATS) is a classic value stock. Founded in 1902, the veteran company owns established cigarette brands like Lucky Strike, Dunhill, and Rothmans. It has slow growth rates, but a large global customer base and dependable profits supported by…
Image source: Getty Images The 2024/2025 ISA deadline is 5 April. So, now’s the time to make any last minute contributions and make the most of your annual allowance. If you’ve got a Stocks and Shares ISA, now’s also a good time to check your investment strategy to make sure it’s robust. Are you diversified enough? The importance of diversification The last few years have shown why it’s vital to be diversified. In both 2023 and 2024, UK stocks underperformed relative to other markets. In 2023, the FTSE 100 delivered a total return of just 4.7%. The following year, it…